Elise, Steve & Mitch make up a great team. They worked with us to advise the best solution for sale of our family home that was rented out for the last 7 years. They advised us on how to present the home in its best light, without over-capitalising along the way. During the process communication was excellent. End result was that we sold quickly and were able to move onto the next adventure. Thanks team!
Elise, Steve and Mitch were very efficient and engaging. It's a cliche to say they listened to my needs, so I won't go down that path. They worked as a team to help stage the house (essential), were proactive with marketing and the sale process itself. After every open home, Steve kept me informed on how they went. Marketing was very professional (I couldn't ask for better) and the eventual sale process at the end was handled smoothly and promptly.
From start to finish, working with Steve, Elise and Mitch was an absolute pleasure. They made the entire process of selling our home feel straightforward and stress‑free, keeping us well informed and supported at every step. Their professionalism, clear communication and genuine care gave us complete confidence to place our trust in them. What really stood out was how seamlessly they worked together and how committed they were to achieving the best possible outcome for us. Their strategy, advice and market knowledge delivered an outstanding result that exceeded our expectations. We couldn’t recommend Steve, Elise and Mitch more highly. We would absolutely sell our home with them again and encourage anyone looking for a team they can truly trust to do the same.
We had a fantastic experience working with Elise, Steve, & Mitch when we recently sold our first home. Elise originally supported us years ago as first home buyers, and it’s been incredibly valuable having that continuity and trust throughout both journeys. They were professional with excellent communication. We really appreciated all the work happening behind the scenes and how well they kept us informed throughout the process. We also loved that when you list with them, you get the strength and support of the whole team. They are friendly, approachable, and were always honest and realistic about the market which we really appreciated. Thanks to their expertise and guidance, they achieved a great result for us. They were patient with all our questions and consistently reassuring, which made what can be a stressful process feel much more manageable. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Elise, Steve, & Mitch to anyone buying or selling.
During our hunt for our first home, we went to three months' worth of viewings across Wellington, talking to many different agents. None compare to the Sotheby's team. Our first of three offers was through Mitch, and the service and communication was amazing. Mitch is knowledgable, quick to respond, and very professional while maintaining an approachable and friendly style. We went through another agency for our second offer and were very disappointed by the lack of communication and property knowledge, and found the process stressful. Finally, back to the team at Sotheby's for the third-time's-the-charm offer. Mitch, Steve, and Elyse are excellent to work with; they made our offer work on a very tight turnaround that required them to work Saturday and evenings, and have been great with all the follow-ups since the offer was accepted. The team works well together to provide the best service possible. An easy 5 stars.
Steve, Elise and Mitch have a very strong knowledge of this area and what the market conditions are
A massive shout out to Mitch, Elise and Steve! They brought us a fantastic selling result as they promised. Selling a property in current market at Welly is definitely not an easy job, yet they still achieved a brilliant outcome. Mitch, Elise and Steve put remendous and thoughtful efforts into each open home and enquiry regardless the time and weather. They have been very patient with us and held our hands through each step of the process as they appreciate and respect this is our first time selling house. From the expert preparing and staging advice to online campaign, they made our home stand out in a crowded market and their marketing and selling strategy is top-notch, attracting serious buyers right away. Their back office Ruth been very supportive along the way. We are lucky we made the smart choice, much appreciated Mitch, Elise and Steve!
We love working with this team! Elise, Mitchell, and Steve are awesome, they have a deep knowledge of the market, and great communication with us 24/7. We highly recommend, IMHO, hands down this team is the best of the best! Once again, thank you Team, our deepest gratitude!
We have just bought our first home, which is obviously a huge milestone and can be a lot to take in, and we couldn’t have asked for better real estate agents to guide us through the process. From start to finish, Steve, Mitchell, and Elise were professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly supportive. They took the time to explain every step and answered all our questions (even the small and probably quite obvious ones 😅) Their communication was excellent, and we always felt confident and well-informed. Thanks to their dedication and expertise, the entire experience was smooth and as stress-free as buying a first home can be. We’re incredibly grateful for all their help and would highly recommend them to anyone, especially first-time buyers.
Selling a property while living out of region is never easy, unless you have this team on your side! meeting tenants, collecting keys, organising tradespeople, managing staging, facilitating marketing photo's, private viewings, open homes... you name it, this team takes care of it all, while being super professional, and keeping you up to date with everything happening. Getting above market-average results, even in tough conditions. If you want it done right, You need Team Steve, Elise & Mitch on your side. Thanks again for multiple successful sales, you rock!
Thanks guys for the getting this over the line! We don’t underestimate the conversations had behind the scenes. Thanks Steve for the encouragement to keep going despite me wanting to bail! And thanks for not making me doing open homes when I didn’t want to.
Working with Steve Rodwell, Mitchell Sedgwick, and Elise Boulieris—collectively known as "The Smart Choice"—was an exceptional experience from start to finish. Their attention to detail was second to none, and their strategic approach made every step feel purposeful and well-considered. Steve, Elise, and Mitch demonstrated outstanding market knowledge, offering insights that were both timely and tailored to my situation. They clearly know the landscape inside and out, and their advice reflected a deep understanding of current trends and buyer behavior. Communication was seamless—responsive, clear, and proactive. Whether it was a quick update or a more complex discussion, they were always available and incredibly professional. I never felt left in the dark, and their ability to explain things in a straightforward, confident manner made the process smooth and stress-free. If you're looking for a team that combines expertise, strategy, and genuine care for your outcome, Steve, Elise & Mitch truly are The Smart Choice. Highly recommended.
